Mars

A reissue of Mars, the debut album by The Venus Fly Trap from 1988. Personnel: Alex Novak - vocals; Tony Booker - guitar; Dave Freak - percussion and vocals; Chris Evans - bass; John Novak - guitar; Tim Perkins - violin, guitar, and keyboard. Formed in Northampton, UK (famous for Bauhaus and Alan Moore) after parting company with electronic outfit Attrition in the late 1980s. Early releases came out via French label Danceteria that led to tours of France, Belgium, Germany. European interest has always been strong, leading to further albums being released by Azyl (Czech Republic), Spectre (Germany), Soundbuster (Germany), and SPV (Germany/Poland). There have been many tours taking in France, Belgium, Holland, Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Italy, Hungary, Austria, Poland, and Finland. Remastered by Martin Bowes of Attrition at The Cage, 2019.